Boils

February 27th, 2026

Soak 1/2 slice of crustless bread in 1 cup of black coffee for 10 minutes. Meanwhile saute 1/2 finely chopped onion and 2 tablespoons castor oil until soft, but not brown. Add soaked bread and stir well over slow heat for 2 minutes. Remove from stove and form into plasters. Place on boil as hot as can be borne. Repeat every 4 hours until the core has been removed. Clean wound with warm Dettol water and cover with a clean bandage.

Source: Die N.C.V.V. Resepte Boek

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